I feel that fiery ache in my heart,
That icy chill in my spine
The voice in my head says “make a start”
“Hurry up or you’ll fall behind”
So I put in the work to prove my worth
I keep my head down and furiously grind
I know if I don’t end the day tired and hurt
The words “You failed” will burn in my mind
I chase the scent of success like a bloodhound
No-one can hurt me when I shield myself with pride
A slave to ambition, I feel chained to the ground
But there was a time I felt free enough to fly
When did life become so damn serious?
Always feeling rushed, like I need to do more
Life used to be fun and thrilling and mysterious
Why did it turn into this endless chore?
And we dare to “educate” our children
We think it’s our duty to teach them our ways
But they know all the things that we’ve forgotten
That life is not for work, but for play
I beg you let go and embrace this moment
It’s your greatest gift and it’s one of a kind
Don’t trade your life away for these achievements
For every single one of them will be left behind